Overview & Reviews

Infiniti is an upscale automaker from Japan. Though most of its products are related to those sold by parent company Nissan, Infiniti looks to achieve a premium status by infusing its cars and SUVs with spirited performance and additional luxury content.

The brand was launched for the 1990 model year. Its purpose back then, as it is now, was to create premium vehicles for America that wouldn't have otherwise fit in with Nissan's more mainstream image. This was the same tactic Honda used for the creation of Acura, and Toyota for Lexus. In its first full year, Infiniti started out with two vehicles, the Q45 sedan and the M30 coupe and convertible. The compact, entry-level G20 was introduced soon after.

As the 1990s moved along, Infiniti slowly added more vehicles to its lineup. The Q45 luxury sport sedan found its market. The car's 278-horsepower V8 was class-leading in its day. On top of that, the Q45 offered cutting-edge technology such as an active suspension system. By the late '90s Infiniti had rolled out the QX4, an SUV based on the Pathfinder. The sport-ute's truck platform gave it a leg up in off-road performance relative to competing car-based SUVs.

Although Infiniti's sales grew steadily, the marque still fell short of both Lexus and Acura in terms of popularity. The early 2000s saw Infiniti making a determined effort to sharpen its focus and upgrade its products. But it was the introduction of the entry-level, midsize G35 in 2003 that finally gave Infiniti the boost and identity direction it sorely needed. Based on the same platform underpinning the Nissan 350Z, the G35 coupe and sedan met with immediate sales success. The FX35/FX45 soon followed -- a crossover SUV that provided spirited acceleration and sports-car handling with the utility of a wagon.

Today, Infiniti's lineup has expanded to include the G (now a sedan, coupe and convertible) and FX as well as the midsize M sedan, the EX small crossover SUV, the JX midsize crossover SUV and the QX large SUV. Infiniti has also introduced the M Hybrid sedan, its first hybrid vehicle. No matter the model, shoppers will find Infiniti's latest vehicles to be focused on luxury, sport, quality and value.

User Reviews:

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  Great price verses performance - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By matman - July 31 - 2:00 am

  The perfect match of luxury and sport. If you cant make up your mind, search no longer. Available power at your command, the comfort is also there. The entire design is very impressive. The interior is very well laid out. The exterior is very sharp. For me, this may be the perfect car in the entire world.

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  Watch me on - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By Speedy - July 31 - 2:00 am

  Love this car. Performance is outstanding. Go for the performance package with the Bose speakers . Crank THE WHO. Was a toss up between the G35 and the 350Z, made the right choice due to the back seat. (wife just old me she was pregnant, she wanted the 4 door)

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  G35 - fun to drive - 2007 Infiniti G35
  By 07newowner - July 30 - 10:20 pm

  I love driving again. I was a prev. Infiniti owner. I like the reliability, quality & style that the brand carries. I wasn’t that thrilled with the seats & dash on the 06 model, but the 07 is different. The ’07 G35 is stylish, powerful & well proportioned. The cockpit holds you like a pilot: steering wheel is powered & telescoping; seats move back to let you out; push button start; LED screen nicely controls navigation, radio and more. The nav. shows bodies of water, airports, restaurants & gas stations. the steering is tight & it has good shocks. The car does jump a little when stepping on the gas which kills gas mileage but its worth it

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  Great Car For My Wife! - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By kuoyc - July 30 - 10:00 am

  Very reasonably priced. Wife needed a new car, looked at 325i(only one we can afford in the price range), A4 1.8T (same here), Passat, Altima 3.5SE and finally G35. She loves the look, the build quality, the performance(actually she dosnt care, only I care) and finally the price(Germans dont even come close). Surprised at how quiet it is, you find yourself wondering if the engine is on. One gripe from her, she doesnt like the clock, wishes for a digital one that is easier to read at night. I have several minor compliants, ugly rear, econo way to prop up the hood for a $34K car, and the sport seat is cramped for guys.

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  I LOVE this car!!! - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By cindyz - July 30 - 10:00 am

  Ive been happily driving my G35 for 3 weeks now and I still cannot contain my excitement. This car is a real head turner coupled with great speed and performance. Im a speed demon and this car definitely complements my style. It was down to the wire between this car and the A4. Ultimately, my love of Japanese cars took over and I couldnt be more pleased.

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  I30t 2000 model - 2001 Infiniti I30
  By Ernie - July 29 - 2:43 am

  I am the owner of a 2000 I30t, in a direct comparison with other entry luxury cars (Lexus 300, Acura 3.2TL, Lincoln LS etc), it gave me the most bang for the buck - i.e. beautifully appointed, sleek lines, powerful engine and safety. Overall, I am very satisfied and I am now driving the closest thing to a large luxury car, e.g. BMW, Q45, Mercedes, Audi, Lexus (none of which I can afford) and still have all the amenities (sometimes more) for half or a third of the price!

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  Wed buy one again . . . - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By C. D. Moore - July 28 - 3:33 am

  Cons: The ergonomics of the interior are awful. Even after having the car for over six months, I still find myself searching through the buttons to find the right one to operate the climate or radio. Some of the buttons are difficult to read in dim light, others are in awkward places. The lit gauges reflect in the windshield at night and are in an ugly orange color thats hard on my eyes. Pros: This is a rock solid performer in horrible weather with the AWD. Its fun to drive even with the automatic. Great feel from the steering. It has more room in back than a TSX or a 3-Series, and is adequate as our primary baby-transportation unit. The best sport sedan under $35,000.

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  Definitely a Love/Hate Relationship! - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By princ3ss - July 26 - 8:38 am

  I purchased my a 2004 G35 back in 2008 from Carmax with 39K Miles on it. Because it was a "luxury" car I decided to put the warranty on it and thank GOD I did. The car had to go in the shop every three months for something and no matter what I took it to the shop for, Infiniti charged $500 to get it back. The brakes are a nightmare, along with the rotors and pistons! I really loved this car but the maintenance was just too much, I feel like the car was in the shop more than I was able to actually drive it, though when it wasnt in the shop and running smoothly, it was quite a sweet ride.

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  Fine Car - 2004 Infiniti Q45
  By K. A. - July 26 - 2:00 am

  In brief ... beyound all expectations !!

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  Excellent Machine! - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By Chico - July 26 - 2:00 am

  I just love this car!